Verdict
At RM318,888, the MINI Convertible costs RM125,000 more than the RM193,888 MINI Electric, yet the Electric is quicker to 100 km/h at 6.7 seconds and has 215 hp and 330 Nm from its motor. It also cuts annual road tax from RM379 to RM200, while its 54.2 kWh battery is rated for 402 km and accepts 11 kW AC or 95 kW DC charging. The Convertible earns its premium through its open-top body, 237 km/h top speed and 215-litre boot, but the Electric is the sharper Malaysian ownership case on numbers and equipment.
Pick the MINI Convertible if an open-top MINI, 237 km/h top speed and a 215-litre boot matter more than a RM125,000 saving.
Pick the MINI Electric if you want the quicker 6.7-second sprint, 402 km EV range, lower road tax and richer front-seat equipment.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Convertible RM318,888; MINI Electric RM193,888.
- Powertrain: Convertible 1,998 cc turbo petrol engine with 204 hp and 300 Nm; Electric one motor with 215 hp and 330 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Convertible 6.9 seconds; Electric 6.7 seconds.
- Top speed: Convertible 237 km/h; Electric 170 km/h.
- Annual road tax: Convertible RM379; Electric RM200.
- Boot space: Convertible 215 litres; Electric 210 litres.
Convertible
- Convertible body and 237 km/h top speed
- 215-litre boot, 5 litres larger
- Auto parking and paddle shifts
- Costs RM125,000 more
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 6.9 seconds versus 6.7 seconds
- Higher annual road tax at RM379 versus RM200
Electric
- 402 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging
- Quicker 6.7-second 0-100 km/h run
- Powered front seats with driver's memory and massage
- 170 km/h top speed is 67 km/h lower
- 210-litre boot is 5 litres smaller
- No auto parking or paddle shifts
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM318,888 | RM193,888✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 204 hp at 5,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,450 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 330 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 54.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 402 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 95 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds | 6.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 237 km/h✓ | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,879 mm | 3,858 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,756 mm |
| Height | 1,431 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm | 2,526 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,605 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 3 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 215 litres✓ | 210 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Maxxis Premitra 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty, Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Convertible vs Electric FAQ
Is the MINI Convertible or MINI Electric better?
The MINI Electric is the better numbers-led choice: it is RM125,000 cheaper, reaches 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and has RM200 annual road tax. Choose the MINI Convertible specifically for its open-top body, 237 km/h top speed and slightly larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM318,888 and the MINI Electric costs RM193,888, so the Convertible carries a RM125,000 premium.
How far can the MINI Electric travel and how quickly can it charge?
The MINI Electric has a 54.2 kWh battery and a stated 402 km EV range. It supports AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 95 kW.
